Its rarely a casual, low-stakes moment.

No one gives an ultimatum over something mundane, everyday.

If they do, run, thats a pretty huge red flag.

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Its usually something big, often, like in this story, related to attention, priorities and time.

Even if the demand is reasonable, it still stings.

Because an ultimatum doesnt just say I need this.

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It says You have no other options but to comply or walk away.

Of course, sometimes ultimatums are necessary, when someone refuses to change harmfulbehavior, for instance.

But other times, theyre just a shortcut for avoiding real communication.

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And when youre on the receiving end?

It makes you question if your choices matter or if you were just here to fill a role.

A birthday, as important as it might seem, comes around every single year.

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This isnt to disregard her feelings, but she has to remember that her BFs sister was there first.

This is not the sort of relationship she can just butt in on.

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Woman’s Ultimatum Backfires When BF Chooses Sister’s Wedding Over Her Birthday Party

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